I burned my #1 priority on him. And I've already gotten messages from people bitching that they didn't understand the waiver rules.

Like it woule've mattered, since I had #1 priority since day 1.

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mrkrab2003 wrote:sorrry folks but this guy isnt worth a waiver pick. funny all the hype there is around this kid.

Well, your opinion seem to be in the vast minority. Considering all of the knowledgeable people here at the cafe, I'm not quite sure what that says about your judgement. Nobody is saying he's going to be a fantasy ace, but great minor league numbers usually transfer to the majors. The potential is real as was his performance in his major league debut. Could he bust? Sure, but his upside is definitely worth the risk. Besides, who are you saving your waiver pick for? Apparently, your league must not be very good if guys better than Hamels are being dropped by other league members.

I grabbed him off the FA (lucky lucky!). I think he is worth a waiver grab though just for the tremendous upside he can bring.
Anyway, I'm in a nonkeeper league so this is extra great! I can enjoy his 'nobody has seen his stuff' tour around the league

I got him in my keeper money league with my #1. I have to say that I am very happy as I am dealing with some serious pitching issues. I was planning on using the #1 on a hot rookie pitcher. I've been following Hamels a little closer than most people have this year and his upside is pretty high.

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mrkrab2003 wrote:sorrry folks but this guy isnt worth a waiver pick. funny all the hype there is around this kid.

Well, your opinion seem to be in the vast minority. Considering all of the knowledgeable people here at the cafe, I'm not quite sure what that says about your judgement. Nobody is saying he's going to be a fantasy ace, but great minor league numbers usually transfer to the majors. The potential is real as was his performance in his major league debut. Could he bust? Sure, but his upside is definitely worth the risk. Besides, who are you saving your waiver pick for? Apparently, your league must not be very good if guys better than Hamels are being dropped by other league members.